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Can I offer contests that involve skill-based games in New Mexico? What are the requirements?
Requirements for Offering Skill-Based Contests in New Mexico
If you want to offer skill-based contests in New Mexico, you must comply with the regulations set forth by the New Mexico Athletic Commission [1.1][3.1][3.3]. The commission oversees all events of mixed martial arts and amateur contests, including skill-based contests.
To conduct a skill-based contest, you must obtain prior approval from the commission [3.2]. The commission may approve special rules for each amateur contest, including skill-based contests, that are deemed appropriate for the safety and protection of the amateur unarmed combatant [3.2].
Additionally, representatives of appropriate New Mexico state agencies, including law enforcement agencies, shall be allowed access to all areas on the fairgrounds for monitoring and regulations compliance purposes [2.1].
Therefore, to offer skill-based contests in New Mexico, you must obtain prior approval from the New Mexico Athletic Commission and comply with all applicable regulations.
Source(s):
- [1.1] AMATEUR CONTESTS
- [2.1] REGULATORY AGENCIES
- [3.1] ISSUING AGENCY
- [3.2] CONDUCT OF CONTESTS AND EXHIBITIONS; APPLICABILITY OF PROVISIONS
- [3.3] STATUTORY AUTHORITY
Jurisdiction
New Mexico